Big Bend is one of the largest and least visited of America’s national parks.
The name is from the great U-turn the Rio Grande makes here in southwest Texas.
The Rio Grande and massive canyons, vast desert expanses, and the
entire Chisos Mountain range are three major ecosystems of the park.
Attention:
Big Bend National Park is at US-Mexico Border.
There are border patrols on each major road.
So bring your original passport, visa and
any other legal resident documents with you, not only drive license.
When to Go
Best visit time -- Early Spring and Fall because of its mild temperatures.
Early spring with enough rainfalls, the desert blooms stunningly.
At least two days:
Panther Junction to the Chisos Basin
-- 10 Miles one way, at least a half day.
Panther Junction to Persimmon Gap
-- 26 Miles, 2 hours.
Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive: Santa Elena Junction to Santa Elena Canyon
-- 30 Miles one way, a half to full day.
Accommodations
Camping:
Total 3 campgrounds
are inside the Big Bend National Park.
Rio Grande Villageand the Chisos Basin Campground are open year-round.
Reservations can be made 240 days in advance for camping time between November 15 to April 15.
through
ReserveUSA.com.
Castolon Campground is open all-year,
first come first serve.
Backcountry permit is required for overnight backcountry camping.
You can obtain in person at park visitor centers up to 24 hours in advance
